For the transitional season: Autumn clothing as a hybrid system from Q 36.5

Bolzano, 10 September 2026. Whilst short-sleeved jerseys may still suffice on the climb, the descent in autumn can quickly call for a wind vest, a long-sleeved jersey and an extra layer of insulation. It is precisely for these changeable conditions that Q36.5 is presenting its new Hybrid System. The collection is designed to enable cyclists to flexibly adapt their weather protection to temperature, intensity and route.

The approach: rather than aiming for the thickest possible layer, Q36.5 focuses on a body-zone-oriented design. Different materials and thicknesses are intended to provide protection where wind chill and cooling become an issue, whilst at the same time rapidly wicking moisture away to the outside during high-intensity activity. At the heart of the design is the UF Hybrid Shell. This high-density fabric is designed to provide wind protection without a traditional membrane, thereby maintaining breathability.

Dottore Hybrid: Modular system for 8 to 18 degrees

At the heart of the new range is the Dottore Hybrid Collection. It is aimed at ambitious road cyclists who train or race at high intensity, even in the changing conditions of autumn and early winter. The four products are designed to be combined depending on the weather and intensity of the ride.

The Dottore Hybrid thermal bib shorts complete the look for your legs. A pre-shaped cut, minimalist design and a fabric engineered for warmth and quick-drying are designed to ensure comfort on longer rides during the transition months. The Dottore Hybrid vest adds a particularly lightweight extra layer that can be stowed away in your jersey pocket as temperatures rise.

Q36.5 is thus continuing an approach that was already evident in its previous long-sleeved jerseys and the current Air Jacket and Air Vest: as little fabric as possible, but strategically placed protection against the wind and the cold.

Gregarius Hybrid: Training wear with a racing look

Alongside the Dottore range, Q36.5 is expanding its new collection with the Gregarius Hybrid Collection. It is designed as a lighter, versatile option for everyday training in the autumn.

The Gregarius Hybrid Racing Car long-sleeved jersey combines breathable microfleece with a body-mapped design. The thickness of the fabric is designed to vary depending on the area of the body. Ribbed aero sleeves and the close-fitting racing cut emphasise its sporty design. Complementing this is the Gregarius Hybrid Racing Car vest, which is designed to provide an additional layer of wind protection and insulation.

Visually, the range features a new ‘Racing Stripe’ graphic. The design draws inspiration from motor racing, whilst remaining true to the more understated Q36.5 look.

Rain Shell: 129 grams of rain protection for your jersey pocket

To cope with sudden changes in the weather, Q36.5 is expanding the range with a new Rain Shell. According to the manufacturer, the jacket weighs 129 grams and is designed to be carried at all times as a compact emergency layer.

It features a three-layer construction with a 20,000 mm water column, 7-denier ripstop nylon and fully taped seams. The Rain Shell is therefore clearly designed to provide protection against persistent rain, whilst the vest and hybrid jersey are intended to come into their own particularly in windy conditions, on cool descents and in changing temperatures. According to Q36.5, the jacket has already been used by the Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team. The new Rain Shell builds on the brand’s existing concept of ultra-lightweight weather protection layers.

Intimo 2 and Intimo 3: The foundation for layering

A well-designed clothing system starts right against the skin. That’s why Q36.5 is adding two new base layers to its FW26 range:

• Intimo 2, short-sleeved, is designed for transitional weather conditions around 15 degrees Celsius.
• Intimo 3, long-sleeved, is designed to provide extra warmth at temperatures around 8 degrees Celsius.

Both base layers are close-fitting and designed to wick moisture away from the body. When worn with a jersey, vest or rain jacket, they create a versatile layering system that can adapt to temperature changes during a ride.

Who might be interested in the new Q36.5 Hybrid System?

The Hybrid System is clearly designed for sporty road cyclists who, in autumn and early winter, do not want to have to choose between a thick winter jacket and a thin long-sleeved jersey every time they go out for a ride. The modular design can be particularly useful on routes featuring long climbs, fast descents and changeable weather conditions.

Mountain bikers may also find the concept of technical layering of interest. However, the slim racing fit of the Dottore and Gregarius garments is likely to be more suited to XC, marathon and gravel riding than to relaxed trail riding with protective gear. Anyone out on their mountain bike in wet, cold weather will find further guidance in our article on winter-ready MTB clothing.

According to the manufacturer, the new products in the Q36.5 FW26 collection are now available online and from selected specialist retailers.